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Will T1 stay together? A preview of the T1 list for 2025
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Will T1 stay together? A preview of the T1 list for 2025

After their historic match League of Legends World Championship gain in 2023 And 2024fans eagerly ask: “Will T1 stay together?

The question specifically concerns the Korean powerhouse’s formidable roster: top laner Choi “Zeus” Woo-je, jungler Mun “Oner” Hyeon-jun, mid laner Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, botlaner Lee “Gumayusi” Min-hyungAnd support Ryu “Keria” Min-seokoften called “ZOFGK”.

Faker raising four fingers after winning the 2024 world championship
Credit: ONE Esports, Riot Games

This talented roster has dominated the League of Legends scene since 2022, amassing an impressive trophy cabinet that includes two world championships, an LCK championshipand the 2024 Esports World Cup.

With such a successful run, fans are naturally curious about the future of this team. Will T1 stay together and continue their reign of dominance?

Will T1 stay together? A look at the T1 roster for 2025 and the future of ZOFGK

A glance at Official Global LoL Esports Contract Database (GCD) reveals that Zeus, Oner, Gumayusi and Keria’s contracts with T1 expire on November 18, 2024. Once their contract ends, these players have the freedom to either renew with T1 or explore opportunities with other teams.

Although the organization has yet to make an official announcement regarding its T1 roster for 2025, Gumayusi expressed his desire to maintain the current roster during the 2024 World Cup finals press conference.

T1 Faker posing with thumbs up next to Ahri's silhouette in ONE Esports featured image for article "The 9 Most Expensive League of Legends Skins That Will Drain Your Wallet Dry"
Credit: ONE Esports

“I just think we created so many good memories with this team, and I love everyone on the team,” Gumayusi said at the 2024 World Cup final press conference. as translated by content creator Ashley Kang. “Personally, I think we might be able to maintain this list, but it can always change depending on the opinions of each individual and also the organization.”

While the future of the rest of ZOFGK’s players and the T1 roster for 2025 remains uncertain at the time of writing, one thing is clear: Faker remains with T1. His contract with the organization does not expire until November 17, 2025.

The legendary mid laner, who has been a cornerstone of T1 since 2013, has expressed his commitment to the team on several occasions.

T1 Zeus, Oner, Faker, Gumayusi and Kri at the 2024 Worlds
Credit: Riot Games

Rumors of Faker retiring in 2025 were quickly dismissed by the player himself.

“Even if I win this year, it’s not my last chance. I will continue to work hard and do my best,” Faker said. during World Media Day 2024which took place before their victory over Bilibili Gaming in the final.

Faker began his professional League of Legends career with SK Telecom T1 K (also known as SK Telecom T1 2) in 2013. This team has since been renamed T1. He has been a vital part of the organization for over a decade, making him one of the longest-serving professional esports players.

Throughout his illustrious career, Faker has racked up an impressive number of accolades. He won a record five world championship titles, cementing his status as the most successful League of Legends player of all time.

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